1984 Opel Monza vs. 1988 Subaru XT
To start off, 1988 Subaru XT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Monza weights approximately 166 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT.
Because 1988 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Monza | 1988 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Monza | XT |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
